The Chef of the Emirates, Faisal Al-Hermoudi, is known for his ambitions and is considered a motivator to achieve his aspirations, one of which is to enhance the position of Emirati cuisine on the global stage. Al-Hermoudi tells 'Emirates Today' that his beginnings in the culinary field faced challenges due to his family’s lack of interest in this field. Despite studying engineering and working in the governmental sector, his passion for cooking drove him to continue learning and working diligently day and night.
Al-Hermoudi describes his ambition and determination, stating: "When a person is ambitious and perseverant and believes in their ability to achieve their goals, they will definitely reach them. The support of the state and the availability of local ingredients help encourage the presentation of the best." He believes that experience is the key to expertise and his new qualities.
On his journey towards expertise, Al-Hermoudi draws from the experience of his mother and her famous qualities that combined Emirati and international flavors. Thanks to his experience in cooking, he distinguished himself with fresh ingredients and local components that reflect his Emirati identity.
Despite receiving numerous awards, Faisal Al-Hermoudi maintains his ambition to realize his dreams and strives hard to elevate the status of Emirati cuisine internationally. He believes that through his cooking messages to the world, this goal can be achieved and emphasizes the positive change in the community's perception of the culinary profession and its development into various fields.
